Celebrate the Lunar New Year at Ipoh Parade’s Gallop of Fortune Chinese New Year celebration, featuring a lively programme of festive performances, family-friendly activities, and an expanded CNY bazaar at the Main Court.
This year, the Main Court is dressed in a classic red festive setting accented with soft pink tones, highlighted by a variety of blossom installations framing the stage. The warm colour palette creates a cheerful and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for capturing the spirit of reunion and celebration.
Shoppers can enjoy a series of festive highlights, including lion dance performances, festive drum showcases, mask-changing acts, zodiac fortune telling, movie promotional tours, and appearances by the God of Prosperity mascot, bringing seasonal cheer to visitors of all ages.
Adding to the festive experience, more promotional booths and CNY bazaar stalls are featured at the Main Court this year, offering a wider variety of festive goodies, gifts, and Chinese New Year essentials.
Event: Gallop of Fortune – Chinese New Year Celebration
Venue: Main Court, Ipoh Parade
Dates: 23 January – 15 February 2026
Key Performance Dates: 7 & 8 February 2026
Ring in the Year of the Horse with joy, prosperity, and festive moments at Ipoh Parade.
Event Highlights
The celebrations kick off with a CNY Bazaar, running daily from 23 January to 15 February 2026, 10:00am to 10:00pm, offering an array of festive goodies, CNY fashions, and treats to complete your Chinese New Year preparations.
Chinese New Year Festive Programme Highlights
7 February 2026 (Saturday)
2:00pm CNY Movie Promotional Tour: IM NOT GANGSTER— a comedy-action film by Dissy, featuring Mark Lee, Phei Yong, and Jack Yap.
4:30pm Yee Sang Demonstration by Sushi King, showcasing the preparation of this iconic dish that symbolises prosperity and unity.
5:30pm Festive Drum Performance, echoing the energetic heartbeat of the Chinese New Year celebration.
7 – 8 February 2026 (Saturday & Sunday)
4:00pm Double Lion Dance Performance, bringing double joy and auspicious blessings.
5:15pm Intriguing Mask-Changing Performance Brings Festive Cheer.
6:00pm God of Prosperity mascot walkabout, spreading fortune and wealth among shoppers.
8 February 2026 (Sunday)
4:30pm & 5:30pm Zodiac Fortune-Telling Session with Master Jason Kong — discover what the year ahead holds for you.
5:00pm & 6:00pm Elegant Chinese New Year Dance Performance.
14 February 2026 (Saturday)
5:00pm Double Lion & Dragon Dance Performance — a spectacular display of strength and festivity.
6:00pm God of Prosperity mascot walkabout, greeting shoppers with prosperity and good fortune.
15 February 2026 (Sunday)
5:00pm VIDA C x CMAKER Chinese New Year Tour — a special meet & greet filled with fun interactions and surprises.
16 – 18 February 2026 (Monday – Wednesday)
16 February 2026 3:00pm Double Lion Dance Performance.
17 & 18 February 2026 5:00pm Double Lion Dance Performance, bringing double happiness and festive cheer.
Daily (16 – 18 February 2026) 4:00pm God of Prosperity mascot walkabout, spreading wealth and blessings.
5:00pm Balloon Giveaway by Bicycle Clown, delighting families with fun, laughter, and festive joy.
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